SOTD Snow Equipment Rental
ID: H9242126QE011Type: Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEUS SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND (USSOCOM)HQ USSOCOMFORT LIBERTY, NC, 28310, USA

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Recreational Goods Rental (532284)

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LEASE OR RENTAL OF EQUIPMENT- RECREATIONAL AND ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT (W078)

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No Set aside used (NONE)
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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), is soliciting quotes for the rental of specialized snow equipment for the Special Operations Training Detachment (SOTD) in Delta Junction, Alaska. The procurement includes a comprehensive list of items such as skis, bindings, touring skins, ski poles, ski boots, goggles, mountaineering tents, snowshoes, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, and avalanche safety gear, all essential for facilitating training exercises in the Alaskan wilderness from February 2 to February 25, 2026. This equipment is critical for ensuring effective operations during winter training conditions. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by 3:00 PM EST on January 12, 2026, and direct any inquiries to SFC Samuel Capello at samuel.capello.mil@socom.mil or by phone at 910-806-3882.

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    This government solicitation, H9242126QE011, issued by HQ USSOCOM, is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the rental of specialized snow equipment for the Special Operations Training Detachment (SOTD) in Alaska. The solicitation seeks various quantities of skis, bindings, touring skins, ski poles, AT ski boots, goggles, two-person mountaineering tents, snowshoes, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, and avalanche beacon/shovel/probe packages. The equipment is required for Observer Coach Trainer (OCT) training in the Alaskan wilderness during wintertime. Brand names are listed as examples, with similar or equal products authorized. The total award amount is USD 9,000,000.00. Quotes are due by December 19, 2025, at 12:00 PM local time. Delivery of all items is required by February 2, 2026, to Fort Bragg, NC, with the period of performance extending to February 25, 2026. The solicitation incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses, including requirements for electronic payment via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) and provisions related to small business set-asides and prohibitions on certain telecommunications equipment.
    This government solicitation, H9242126QE0110001, is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the rental of specialized snow equipment for the Special Operations Training Detachment (SOTD) at Fort Polk JRTC, for Observer Coach Train (OCT) training in Alaska. The solicitation, issued by HQ USSOCOM, details a comprehensive list of required items including skis, bindings, touring skins, ski poles, AT ski boots, ski goggles, mountaineering tents, snowshoes, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, and avalanche safety gear. All brand names provided are examples, and similar or equal products are authorized. The equipment is critical for the unit to operate effectively in the Alaskan wilderness during wintertime. The delivery date for all items is February 2, 2026, with a performance period until February 25, 2026. Payment requests are to be submitted electronically via the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system. The solicitation also includes various FAR and DFARS clauses, emphasizing compliance with federal regulations regarding small business set-asides, combating trafficking in persons, and prohibitions on certain telecommunications equipment.
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